H.A.L.T. and Practice Self-care
When supporting someone living with a neurocognitive disorder such as dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, identifying your needs and...
The Power of Music and Dementia
Rhythm is the basic and fundamental component in all music. Rhythm is not just found in songs, but from the beginning of life. Our first...
What’s on Your Agenda?
Recently, a friend and her family visited a wildlife park near my home and attended a presentation on manatees. The guide was very...
Staying Active Together
If you are supporting someone living with dementia, exercising together can improve functional independence, reduce stress, improve mood,...
Daylight Savings Time and the Affects on Persons Living with Memory Loss
For most of us in the United Stares, we will be “falling back” on Sunday, November 3rd as daylight savings time comes to an end. This...
Dementia: A Misunderstood Disability
A person living with and without a disability wants to experience a sense of belonging, feel accepted, and have a valued and meaningful...
Seniors, Scams, and the Relationship to Dementia
Sadly, seniors are vulnerable to scams, especially financial fraud. According to the FBI, scammers target older people and successfully...
Communicating Effectively with Someone Living with Dementia
Supporting an individual with cognitive challenges has its difficulties. The brain’s ability to process and respond to information...
Health Benefits of Journaling
“Journaling is mindfulness in motion,” according to Lisann Valentin, a Shamic life coach, and can be your best wellness tool to ease...